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What is the vertical component of a projectile launched at 25 m/s at an angle of 75 degrees?.
- A.24.15 m/s
- B.25 m/s
- C.20 m/s
- D.10 m/s
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- 24.15 m/s
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To find the vertical component, use the formula: Vy = V * sin(θ). Substituting gives Vy = 25 * sin(75°) = 25 * 0.966 = 24.15 m/s.
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